How much does a train ticket from Charlottesville to Wilmington cost?

The average train ticket price from Charlottesville to Wilmington is $111. The best way to find train tickets from Charlottesville to Wilmington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Charlottesville to Wilmington?

A train trip between Charlottesville and Wilmington is around 4h 43m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 33m. This is the time it takes to travel the 199 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Charlottesville and Wilmington?

The number of trains from Charlottesville to Wilmington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Charlottesville to Wilmington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Charlottesville to Wilmington?

When taking the train from Charlottesville to Wilmington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Charlottesville to Wilmington from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Wilmington on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:01pm	Charlottesville Station	4h 37m	11:38pm	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:01pm	Charlottesville Station	4h 37m	11:38pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Wilmington on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	4h 33m	1:28pm	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	4h 33m	1:28pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	5h 13m	4:12pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	5h 13m	4:12pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	3:44pm	Charlottesville Station	4h 46m	8:30pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:03 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Wilmington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 4 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

4h 43mAverage Duration

197 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $121	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $542	Average Duration4h 43m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5593 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $40

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Wilmington, DE by train

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Which train companies travel from Charlottesville to Wilmington?

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/16

$106

11/17

$37

Today

$61

11/19

$76

11/20

$106

11/21

$76

11/22

$76

11/23

$73

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlottesville to Wilmington, DE, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $37 to $465 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $73 which is on 2025-11-23.